Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ⣱ has the Unicode code point U+28F1. In UTF-8, it is encoded using 3 bytes because its codepoint is in the range of
0x0800to0xffff.
Therefore we know that the UTF-8 encoding will be done over 16 bits within the final 24 bits and that it will have the format:1110xxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx
Where thexare the payload bits.UTF-8 Encoding bit layout by codepoint range Codepoint Range Bytes Bit pattern Payload length U+0000 - U+007F 1 0xxxxxxx 7 bits U+0080 - U+07FF 2 110xxxxx 10xxxxxx 11 bits U+0800 - U+FFFF 3 1110xxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 16 bits U+10000 - U+10FFFF 4 11110xxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 21 bits Step 2: Obtain the payload bits:
Convert the hexadecimal code point U+28F1 to binary:
00101000 11110001. Those are the payload bits.Step 3: Fill in the bits to match the bit pattern:
Obtain the final bytes by arranging the paylod bits to match the bit layout:
11100010 10100011 10110001
BRAILLE PATTERN DOTS-15678·U+28F1
⣱
Character Information
Code Point
U+28F1
HEX
28F1
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Symbol
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 A3 B1 | 11100010 10100011 10110001 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 28 F1 | 00101000 11110001 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | F1 28 | 11110001 00101000 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 28 F1 | 00000000 00000000 00101000 11110001 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | F1 28 00 00 | 11110001 00101000 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
⣱
URI Encoded
%E2%A3%B1
Description
U+28F1 (Braille Pattern Dots-15678) is a crucial character in the Unicode standard, specifically designed for digital text representation of Braille patterns. It plays an integral role in enabling visually impaired individuals to access information through Braille devices such as Braille displays and refreshable Braille embossers. These tools convert digital text into tactile Braille characters, allowing users to read and interact with electronic content. The character U+28F1 represents the 15678 pattern in the Braille alphabet, which corresponds to the letter "B" in English Braille. By accurately representing the pattern's dots configuration (1-5678), it helps maintain consistency across digital platforms and promotes accessibility for individuals who rely on Braille as a primary means of communication. The inclusion of such characters in the Unicode standard reflects a commitment to inclusivity and equal access to information for users with diverse needs.
How to type the ⣱ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 10481 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.